Monday, December 25, 2006

"After December Slips Away"

There are many things to enjoy on First Call's Beyond December, but I really like this song. Christmas has come and gone this year, but it doesn't mean for the believer that she can just pack up the manger scene and forget about the meaning of Immanuel until sometime late next year.

From "After December Slips Away"(Lowell Alexander/Bonnie Keen)

The season comes but once a yearA gift of precious wonderFor all who hold it dearBut past the sights and coloured lightsLord, far beyond DecemberI will remember

After the carols fade awayAfter the Yule fire dies downWhen there are no longer dreams to open and seeBecause You are hope and joy and peaceBecause You're the only gift I needIn my heart the season will remainAfter December slips away